The devastating wildfires sweeping across Southern California have had significant consequences on the world of sports, affecting teams, players, and scheduled events in the region.

In the NHL, the Los Angeles Kings had to postpone their matchup against the Calgary Flames, originally scheduled for Wednesday at the Crypto.com Arena. The league announced that the game will be rescheduled, although a new date has yet to be confirmed.

In the NBA, Kawhi Leonard, star of the Clippers, missed the team to assist his family evacuated in Los Angeles. Leonard, a native of the city, did not participate in Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Additionally, coaches from the Lakers and Warriors, JJ Redick and Steve Kerr, also faced complicated family situations due to evacuations in areas like Pacific Palisades.

In the NFL, the Rams and the Chargers have adjusted their plans. While the Rams monitor the impact of the wildfires on SoFi Stadium ahead of their Wild Card game against the Vikings, the Chargers limited outdoor practices due to the poor air quality before traveling to Houston.

Professional sports in California, one of the most active regions in the elite sports world of the United States, is experiencing moments of uncertainty, once again showing that climate emergencies not only affect communities but also icons of entertainment and sport.